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THE EAST CAROLINIAN Volume 79 Number 123 TUESDAY March 2, 2004 Snow showers catch students by surprise ECU students head through campus using their hoods and umbrellas to protect them from the afternoon snow storm that hit Greenville last Thursday. Meryl Gwinn, freshman health major, began class at 8 a.m. Thursday morning when the sun was still shining. Gwinn found herself stuck in the middle of a snow storm, still in her sandals by early afternoon. This was the case for many ECU students, who were seen braving the cokl in shorts, sweatshirts and sandals. Filing for SGA executive Students' diet a concern in March office lasts until Friday Elections will take place later this month JOSH SLONE STAFF WRITER Each year, ECU students are given the opportunity to run for student body president, vice president, secretary and trea- i surer. Yester- day, SGA began accepting applications from students who want to run for an executive office in 2004. SGA will accept applica- tions from qualified students until Friday, March 5 at S p.m. Filing began in mid-February last year but has been scheduled for later this year to allow the SGA and candidates more time to prepare. In order to run for student body president, vice president or treasurer, applicants must be full- time students who have success- fully completed at least 48 credit hours, haave attended ECU for at least two consecutive semesters and are currently in good stand- ing, with at least a 2.0 Gl'A. To qualify for student body secretary, the applicant must be a full-time student who has successfully completed 16 credit hours and is in good standing with at least a2.0GPA. Phis year, SGA hopes to receive more applications than usual to give students a larger candidate selection. "Each year, we usually receive about 15 or so applicants said Krista Wilhelm, SGA executive administrative assistant. On Monday, March 8, the SGA will hold a Compulsory Meeting in 221 Mendenhall at 8 p.m. where all candidates and tickets will be announced. Following the meeting, election campaign- ing will open up to give all can- didates an equal opportunity to begin their campaigning. Running on a ticket com- bined with other students tends to be beneficial. "You already know the people that you are running with and you have all four executive posi- tions covered and don't have to worry about being with people that you don't know said Stefanie Swaney, SGA chairperson of the Rules and Judiciary Committee. Funding isalsoeasier with four people as a whole, said Swaney. SG A members said they hope for a much larger voter response from students than in previous years. According to Wilhelm, only 15 percent of the ECU student body voted last spring. "Last year was the largest voter turnout we've ever had Wilhelm said. Wilhelm said she believes the reason for this is because last year was also the first year online voting was used. Voting will be held on March Nutrition month events encourage students to "Eat Smart, Stay Healthy" Shannon O'Donnell, senior political science major, files for executive office Monday. f) Filing Info For more Information, contact the SGA office at 328-4726. If you would like to fill out an application for an executive office, stop by the SGA office In 255 Mendenhall. :K)and 31 from 9 a.m5 p.m. and will take place online again. Every student is encouraged to vote. SGA's job is to serve the stu- dent body so students should definitely vote for those who will be serving them Wilhelm said. This writer can be contacted at news@theeastcarolinian.com. ZACK HILL STAFF WRITER The average diet for most col - lege students consists of leftover pizza, Ramen noodles and maca- roni and cheese. During March, the Ameri- can Dietetic Association and F.CU's Healthy Lifestyles Team I will provide events to improve � students' knowledge about their nutrition and encourage them to develop a healthier diet. The theme for this year's i National Nutrition Month is "Eat Smart, Stay Healthy Although this seems like simple advice, it proves to be a hard mantra for most college students to follow. "College is one of the most challenging times to eat well said Karen Warren, director of Wellness Education. Students usually lack the money and time to buy and prepare foods that constitute a healthy diet. A little planning can go a long way in allowing a student to eat healthily and inexpensively, Warren said. Students should make a list of meal ideas at the beginning of the week, then go shopping to get the foods they will need, instead of spending $S for a fast food meal every day. Warren said although the planning and the trip to the grocery store may take more time, the net benefit would be a healthier diet and more money 0 Nutrition Events March 1-8 Body Image and Eating Disorders Week will run March 1-6. Body Image Art Displays will be shown at Mendenhall Student Center, and several presentations on healthy body images will take place. March 3 An "All Foods Fit Dinner will be served from 4:30 p.m. - 8 pin. in Todd and Mendenhall Dining Halls. Karen Warren, director of Well- ness Education, will present "When Your Eating Gets Out of Whack: Finding Normal Warren will discuss how students can still maintain a regular and healthy diet In college. March 4 From 11 am. - 2 p.m, Todd and Mendenhall Dining Halls will be serving exotic fruits and smoothies. Students can come by and try fruit they may not nonnally eat for free and reg- ister to win prizes. March 9 ECU will celebrate "Breakfast for Champions Day Healthy breakfast foods will be saved. She also said students may want to incorporate a wider variety of foods into their diet. Not only will this provide a wider range of essential nutri- ents, it may also prevent students from becoming bored with their meals. Robin High, nutrition direc- tor for Aramark Food Services, served In the dining halls. There will be free diabetes education and screenings offered at Mendenhall Student Center and Wright Plaza. March 10 Robin High, nutrition director for Aramark Food Ser- vices, will make a presentation concerning eating on a budget at 5:30 p.m. In Student Health Services. No registration Is nec- essary. March 12 Students can stop by the Multi-purpose room downstairs In Mendenhall from 11:30 am-1:30 p.m. to try some All Foods Fit International Recipes. March 31 For students interested In preparing their own healthy meals, chefs will be on-hand at Todd and Mendenhall Dining Halls beginning at 4:30 p.m. to give cooking demonstrations. Healthy foods will be served at the dining halls. Students can also play Nutrition Jeopardy and win prizes. said students should make sure to start off the day with a healthy breakfast. High said many college students often overlook eating breakfast, but a good breakfast helps improve concentration and boosts energy. The fatigue many students see NUTRITION page A2 Nutrition Awareness throughout March -O National Nutrition Month was started in 1973 as National Nutrition Week. Ft was extended to a month in 1980. -O The average American drinks 50 gallons of soft drinks a year. Forecast tec required READING Partly Cloudy High of 76 Visit wwwtheeastcaroliiilaricom to read more about the last minute rales tor votes before Super Tuesday. page A2 The Math Department hek) a lecture that helped students discover what a math degree could do for them. Features page 81 The Academy Awards are a time tor the stars to shine TEC takes a look at the evening's fashion winners and losers. Sports p$e Be The Diamond Pirates were the big wtnners of the Keftti Leclair invitational, gMng them four consecutive wins Dotft target to stop into Dowdy Student Stores fwlree birthday cake from 11 am -1 pm in honor of children's author Dr. Sobs' 100th birthday. PAGE A2 3-2-04 NEWS ERIN RICKERT News Editor HOLLY O'NEAL Assistant News Editor news@theeastcarolinian.com " 252.328.6366 Announcements Coffee and Careers Career Services offers a professional correspondence workshop today from 8:30 am - 9:15 am in the Student Professional Development Office Information Location Workshop Joyner Library's Government Documents and Microforms Department will offer the third and final workshop in collecting government information today from 2 pm - 245 pm in 1021 Joyner. The workshop focuses on federal bills, laws and regulations and is open to the ECU community with no advance registration required Honorary Lecture T. A. Shippey, professor of English at Saint Louis University will speak on Tolkien. Wagner and the rediscovery of the north tonight at 7:30 p.m. in Bate 1032 The lecture will honor distinguished professor C W Sullivan III. and a reception will Immediately follow. Dr. Seuss Celebration In honor of children's author Dr Seuss 100th birthday. Dowdy Student Stores will have free birthday cake today from 11 am. - 1 pm. in the Tradebooks Department Coffee and Careers Career Services offers an interview workshop Wednesday from 830 a m. - 9:15 am in the Student Professional Development Office Sophomore Survey Students who have completed 45-60 credit hours, 30 from ECU, must take the Sophomore Survey before pre-registering for summer or fall 2004 semesters The survey will be available on OneStop beginning Wednesday Information Technology Seminar John Mullen, vice president of sales for Dell's higher education sector will speak on the impact of emerging technology on education Wednesday from 2 p m. - 3 p m in 221 Mendenhall Deadline The deadline for early registration for graduate student research is Wednesday Contact Katrina Searcey, graduate programs coordinator, at 744-2808 for more information. SGA Officer Filing Filing for Student Government Association 2004-05 president, vice president, treasurer and secretary continues through Friday Forms are available inside Mendenhall For more information, call 328-4726 Art Lecture The Painting Guild will sponsor a lecture by Sigmund Abeles. professor Emeritus from the University of New Hampshire Abeles works in pastels oils and graphic media and focuses on the expressive and psychological aspects of the human figure The lecture is Thursday at 530 p m in Speight Auditorium English TAG Lecture Biodun Jeyifo. English professor at Cornell University, will speak at the annual English TAG Lecture Thursday at 7 pm in 1031 Bate Jeyifos lecture is titled "On Being Anglophone.Now Meditations on Globalization. Language and Desire" A reception will follow the lecture Coffee and Careers Career Services offers a job search workshop Thursday from 8:30 am -915 am in the Student Professional Development Office Carter Center Internships Peter Mather, director of educational programs for The Carter Center in Atlanta, Ga. will hold an information session on internship opportunities Friday in 221 Mendenhall from 10 30 a m - noon The session is open to all faculty and students who are interested in international development and humanitarian issues SRC Family Fun Day The Department of Recreational Services and the Office for Adult and Community Students will co-sponsor Family Fun Day on Saturday from 10 am. - 3 pm in the SRC Events will include group fitness sports, a climbing wall, bowling, a movie and arts and crafts There is no cost for students, spouses and dependent children of students above age six Chancellor's Leadership Conference Interim Chancellor William Shellon and other notable speakers will give informative workshops and seminars to help improve organizations and their leaders Saturday from 9 am4 p.m. in Mendenhall Student leaders and campus organizations are invited Paper Person The student featured at the top of today's paper is Jordana Cogle. senior nursing major News Briefs Local Duke approves policy to govern ethical Investment DURHAM (AP) - Duke University has decided on a way to use its billions of dollars of investments to influence social issues An investment policy approved Saturday allows the university to use letters to management, proxy votes or shareholder resolutions to put pressure on corporations linked to concerns about human rights or worker safety. If the company fails to respond. Duke's trustees could order divestment of the stocks. Duke has a $3 billion endowment, the 16th-largest in the nation in 2003, according to the National Association of College ana University Business Officers. Duke leaders began looking into the policy in the fall of 2002 after students in political science questioned whether the university would divest investments tied to slavery in Sudan if the school held any Duracell cleanup costs rising as company removes contaminants LEXINGTON (AP) - The discovery of more contaminated soil and sediment than anticipated around the Duracell battery plant has added about $400,000 to the cost of the environmental cleanup, according to a company official. But he said it also validates the company's decision to send the materials to landfills rather than treating them and leaving them onsite "We would have had a mountain out there 35 feet tall, so I'm very pleased we were able to come up with this as a final solution said Victor Miles, environmental affairs manager for Duracell. "It would probably have been called Mount Victor he added Duracell estimated last month that it has removed or will remove about 10.000 tons of mercury-contaminated soil classified as hazardous and about 37,000 tons of mercury-contaminated soil classified as nonhazardous from the former Plant 2 building site and a nearby stream National Search suspended for 18 missing after tanker explosion PORTSMOUTH, Va. (AP) - The Coast Guard on Sunday night suspended the search for 18 crew members missing from an ethanol-laden tanker that exploded in the Atlantic Ocean, and were unsure whether search efforts would resume Monday morning The Coast Guard will decide whether to continue the search after a crew flies over the area Monday morning, Chief Warrant Officer Gene Maestas said "Realistically, the longer the search goes on, the less likely it is that we will find anyone who is still alive Rear Adm Sally Bnce-0 Hara, commander of the Coast Guard's 5th District, said at a news briefing earlier Sunday The Bow Mariner, a tanker carrying 35 million gallons of ethanol, exploded and sank Saturday night about 50 miles off Virginia's Eastern Shore Three men died and six were rescued Two-day hearing opens Monday to decide numerous Bryant trial issues EAGLE, Colo (AP) - The woman who accused Kobe Bryant of rape told police she had consensual sex with someone else two days before her encounter with the NBA star, but whether jurors will be allowed to hear that is part of the extensive agenda for a heanng this week. Before such information can be presented to the jury at Bryant's assault trial, the state's rape-shield law requires that Bryant's attorneys prove to the judge in a closed-door hearing that the woman's prior sexual information is relevant. The woman is scheduled to testify behind closed doors Tuesday She and Bryant will be in court together for the first time since the Los Angeles Lakers guard was arrested in July World EU starts imposing sanctions on U.S. goods over tax break dispute BRUSSELS, Belgium (AP) - The European Union on Monday started imposing millions of dollars in sanctions on American goods but said it would stop the measure immediately if the U.S. Congress repeals its export tax break legislation. The U S legislation was ruled illegal by the World Trade Organization two years ago and it authorized the EU to impose sanctions last year. "The U.S. has not brought its legislation in line with WTO rules. We are therefore left with no choice but to impose countermeasures EU Trade Commissioner Pascal Lamy said in a statement Although the WTO has authorized $4 billion in sanctions the biggest amount ever the EU is taking a graduated approach, hoping to pressure the U.S. Congress to change the Foreign Sales Corporation legislation while limiting the impact on European companies and consumers. If the sanctions run on, they would cost U.S. Industry some $300 million this year and about double ' that next year, the EU said Kuwait agrees to export Iraqi oil from its ports KUWAIT CITY (AP) - Kuwait has agreed to export Iraqi oil from its ports, the first such deal between the neighboring nations since the fall of Saddam Hussein, a senior official said Sunday. The state-owned Kuwait News Agency quoted Issa al- Aoun, the undersecretary of the Energy Ministry, as saying Kuwaiti oil officials and a visiting delegation of their Iraqi peers have formed a team to study the technical requirements needed for transporting Iraqi oil to Kuwait, including pipelines and pumping stations. Al-Aoun said new piers will be built (or the project He did not provide any dates. The two nations have not had ties since Saddam invaded Kuwait and occupied it for seven months until it was liberated in the 1991 Gulf War. Conference inspires change in SGA Restructuring of funding decisions will speed up processes HOLLY O'NEAL ASSISTANT NEWS EDITOR New ideas tor Student Government Association ser- vices and organizations are in consideration after eight SGA members attended the Convention tor Student Gov- ernment Associations in Texas last week. Attendees participated in workshops, listened to speak- ers and exchanged Information with other Student governments from across the country. They learned about other students' approai lies to campus diversity, state budget, univer- sity tuition conflicts) subcom- mittee creation, community involvement and underclassmen mentoring programs. Participants presented their experiences to the senate Monday night and proposed how to localize some of the information to address ECU's needs. Joseph Payne, student body treasurer, said the SGA will make "small-scale changes" to increase student involvement and provide better student services and fair funding. A mentoring program that would inform freshmen of the functions of student organiza- tions, including SGA, is in the works. A similar program is aimed at new SGA members and would pair them with more experienced senators and executives. "One of the most impor- tant things we learned at COSGA about student organi- zations is that they are always evolving, and it is necessary to change with them said Payne. A change in appropriations handling was introduced in the meeting. lengthy appropriations decisions in this year's Stu- dent Government Association senate led to the treat ion of a new position designed to expe- dite funding distribution. JullanneCorinne Blackburn, senior art education major, was announced as the executive assistant to the trea- surer. Blackburn, who has worked on the Senate Appropriations Committee since last fall, will assist Payne in review- ing the funding applications organizations complete to receive money troni the SGA. To further accelerate the pro- cess, organizations requesting funds will now have to attend a workshop educating them on SGA appropriations and proper responses on the application, which is 20 pages long and "confusing Payne said. In the past, the appropria- tions committee wasted time reviewing requests with incom- plete information, Blackburn said. The new system intends to reduce application errors by stopping them before the) ir made, resulting in entire applications being resubmit- ted. "We're bringing informa- tion to them instead of them bringing information to us Payne Kfid In old business, Student Body President Ian Baer updated the senate on the Students' Day to protest ECU'S proposed tuition increase. The trip to the Board of Governor's office in Chapel Hill takes place during spring break, but Baer encour- aged students to make an effort to attend In new business, a resolution to lengthen the Pirate Market's hours on-weekends passed, with some concern expressed for Staffing needs and welfare. A bill to create a dead- line lor ordering SGA senate T-shirts was met wit hquestiomof appropriateness. I In- vote was tabled to the next meeting. This writer can be contacted at news@theeastcarolinian.com. Math degrees can lead to Nutrition great career opportunities from page A1 Lecturers help students choose correct major MICHAEL JACOBS STAFF WRITER Math, a difficult subject for some college students, can lead to great career opportuni- ties. The Mathematics Department held a lecture Friday afternoon to discuss career opportunities for math majors. three speakers with mathematical backgrounds spoke about how their field of Study gave them advantages in the professional world. The speakers all stressed how mathematics covers ah science and technology. Without it, there- would be no computers, Internet or medicine. Gwcn Underwood, a 200 ECU alumna, used her math degree and the Internet to linil a job working tor the Department of Navv Warfare oil ice in Panama i its. I la. "If you are looking for math jobs, the Internet is a great tool said Underwood. Underwood said she wanted a job that showed bow math is applicable to real life. She said her math degree helped push her resume to the top of the employers' lists. The mystery guest at the lec- ture was Kverelt Cameron, Ph.D ECU alumnus and former math major. After a short time as a math teacher, Gameron decided to go back and get his bachelor's degree in mathematics, lie returned to teaching feel during the clay that uiisa them to nap in class or noi prepare well for tests can lx- avoided by not missing the morning meal I sen it a full course breakfast isn't available, sludentscan eat truitssm li as apples or oranges on the go. I he goals of Nutrition Month are moderation, variety and balance. Students should moderate their intake of foods with added sugars, fat or sodium. They may also want h add variety to their diet to increase nutrition as well as avoid repetition and try to balance all aspects of their diet to ensure proper nutrition. "Having fun while learning new healthy habits is one of the messages we are trying to promote. Nutritious foods can lie delicious said High. This writer can be contacted at news@theeaslcaroiinian.com. The highest employer of people with math degrees is the U.S. Government. middle school math but decided il was not the career for him. ( ameron went back to school to become a dentist, which was allowed by his undergraduate degree. A degree in math, and you are wide open to go where you Want said Gameron. He now practices dentistry in Atlantic Beach. "Take your knowledge, get your degree, and jobs will be there (ameron said. There are many jobs out there for individuals with math degrees - every job uses math The single highest employer of people with math degrees is the U.S. government. Internal Revenue Services and the general accounting office are examples of govern- mental institutions that need people with mathematical hack- grounds. This writer can be contacted at news@lheeastcarolinian.com. 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Jenkins, Ph.D. and professor Oi psychology at Chi- cago State University, spoke on prevention and treatment of domestic violence. "There is a wide variation in how people respond to violence said Jenkins. Jenkins mentioned reactions to domestic violence, such as post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety and substance abuse. Jenkins said people might also respond to abuse by regres- sive behavior, particularly in children. she also spoke of the cumu- lative nature of risk factors, including neighborhood and family support, the actual event witnessed and the resiliency of the individual. More risks compound the negative responses, Jenkins said. William Oliver, Ph.D criminologist at the University ol Indiana-Hloomington, and Charles Pinckney, professor of psychology at St. Augustine University in Raleigh, were also speakers at the event. Both Pinckney and Oliver Esther J. Jenkins. Ph.D speaks on the prevention of community violence at the Town Meeting last Thursday. spoke about the influence of gangster rap in the African Amer- ican community, particularly in rural southern regions "In hip-hop culture, man- hood is defined by being hard negativity is re-enforced as the norm said Oliver. "In these songs you have the sexual objectification ol women Oliver questioned bow long ewisfa rappers would last if they spoke of women in derogatory terms. Oliver said young black men are �'manifesting self-hatred" by conforming to the gangster image. Pinckney also spoke on gang- ster rap, but his discussion was more focused on behavior. see VIOLENCE page A5 Greenville's Best Pizza Since 1991 turn clothes into cash! JANS SHIRTS SHORTS TANKS JACKETS SWEATERS BELTS HAW ACCESSORIES JEWELRY HATS PURSES SHOES A BOOTS CDs BOOKS LAVA LAMPS AND MUCH MORE! Empty your clout, fill your wallet. 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One copy of The East Carolinian is free, each additional copy is $1 Our View Twenty- something's are the policy makers of tomorrow, and we should not leave the decisions that will affect our lives to those of yesterday. Does anyone know why the leading issue in the 2004 presidential campaign is gay marriage? This country has more to worry about than homosexuals wanting to join in holy matrimony. What about jobs? There have been millions of jobs lost within the last three years and the situation isn't getting much better. Organizations like NAFTA and WTO are adding to the problem - sucking out whatever life is left in the job market and sending the work to other countries At this point, the state of our economy should be the primary concern. Health care and the environment are also on the list of important issues presently missing in action on the presidential campaign. Health insurance has been one of this country's most explosive and expensive topics for years. As of late, its presence seems to have disap- peared from the radar. Environmental issues have probably taken the most noticeable plummet on the importance scale. At the rate this country is going, we won't decide to take environmental concerns seriously until species diversity is a myth and there's no more oxygen to breathe. Before we listen to 'W talk about Mars expeditions, let's worry about improving our planet first. We re the people who are going to decide this election. Twenty-somethings are the policy makers of tomorrow, and we should not leave the decisions that will affect our lives to those of yesterday. But before we take the helm, and begin shap- ing public policy, we need to force the current policy makers to address the issues that des- perately need their attention. You can do this by registering to vote today. It's not just our right, it's our responsibility. The purpose of TEC's opinion pages is to invoke conversation in ECU'S community. To respond to an opinion on this page, please send your letter, with your contact inforrriation for verification, to editor@theeastcarolinian.com. In My Opinion In My Opinion Bush gets serious ! Defining a marriage Amendment to ban gay marriage is discrimination PETER KALAJIAN STAFF WRITER I he new Webster's Col- legiate Dictionary defines discrimination as "unfair treatment of a person or group on the basis of preju- dice" and "treatment or consideration based �n class or category as opposed to individual merit; partiality or prejudice When President George W. Hush decided to make what he thinks the Constitution of the United States should say about gay marriage a serious i ampaign issue, be was choos- ing to travel a path not trod in our government since 1919. Back then, it was called the Volstead Act and it prohibited the sale and manufacture of alcoholic beverages in the U.S. Better known as Prohibi- tion, the Volstead Act gave hirth to one of the worst crime sprees in American history and as a result of public outcry was swiftly repealed 10 years later, You may be asking your- self, what does Prohibi- tion have to do with gay marriage II Hush is successful in amending the Constitu- tion to define marriage as an act between a man and a woman - which is exactly what he has proposed in a While House document submitted to Congress this week - he will succeed in passing the first Constitutional A mend men t since 1919 which actually takes rights away from Americans. Not allowing gay people to marry simply because they are gay is exactly the same as not allowing black people to vote simply bet ause they are black. lor many people, includ- ing the president, gay marriage is being exained holh through a lens of Christianity and morality. While both are inter- esting topics in them- selves, neither has any real bearing on the issue at hand. II you are a person of faith and believe homosexu- ality is .1 sin in accordant c with biblical Scripture, that's your right. You i an feel tree to lie as disgusted and offended as you want. You're guaranteed thai right as an American and it is protected under the first Amendment of the Con- stitution You can go on talk shows and espouse the evils of homosexuality and even write yourongressman to demand that the laws about gay mar- riage he changed immediately to reflect your personal reli- gious beliefs Again, that's your right However, gay people have rights, too. They pay taxes and they hold public office. They contribute to our society just like everyone else and they should be entitled to their rights as afforded them in the Constitution. 1 might be able to further understand the outcry against gay mar- riage if I could see some harm in it. Conservatives have been screaming from the right about the sanctity of the family and the inher- ent Instability in gay relationships, espe- cially when they involve children. The fact remains, how- ever, that far more damage is done to our society as a whole when SO per- cent of all heterosexual marriages end in failure. Fifty percent. Fully one-half of couples in this country who take those most solemn of civil or religious vows end up abandoning them. If anything in the marital tradition needs to change, It's that unhappy little statistic. In the end, I feel the issue is legal, not religious or moral. The personal opinion of George W. Bush is not rel- evant to the topic. As an elected official of the government and public servant, Bush has an obligation to fulfill his duties to the American people impartially and with- out bias. Bush doesn't support the gay community and that's OK. lie isn't required to. However, when I he President of the United States starts considering legal issues which involve the rights of American Citizens as dictated by the Constitution on the basis of his personal, religious and moral beliefs, he is fundamentally iolat i ng t he sanctity of that great document ami doing a disservice to the people ol this nation. Bush is trying to impose his narrow view of the world on the American people, and I, tor one, am resisting. I suggest you do the same. When the issue ol gay- marriage is brought before the Supreme Court, as il is bound to be, I have every confidence that they will decide in favor of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness Whose job is it? AMANDA VANNESS ASSISTANT PHOTO EDITOR "Why do you look at the speck of sawdust in your brother's eye and pay no atten- tion to the plank in your own eye?" This passage, from the Gospel of St. Matthew, was used by President George W. Bush to explain that we are all sinners and we shouldn't "ostracize" gays. If we are not to ostracize homosexuals, then why not let them get married? By not allowing a marriage between two people, we are ostracizing them. Bush continues to quote the Bible when referring to the homosexual marriage debate. If we are not to judge, then why are we judging homosexuals and telling them they aren't allowed to marry the one he or she loves? We are not God, only God can judge, and lie will judge us when it is time. Also, Americans have the freedom to decide their reli- gious beliefs, if any, so why do we keep referring to marriage in a Christian way? If two women are in love, let them be united, if two men are in love, let them be united. America allows heterosexuals to marry - we are all sinners - so why not let homosexuals unite in marriage? The Bible also says thai women arc property to their husbands and women today are free and independent. We have to overcome this harrier. Homosexuals are a part of our society, so why are we still iso- lating them? In the 1960s, African Americans were segregated from whites, but after years of struggles and fights, segregation was banned. We overcame that hurdle, so now it's time lo jump another. Bush wants to make a Con- stitutional amendment that defines marriage as "a union between a man and a woman The Constitution was written many years ago. If they did not state in the Constitution that marriage should be strictly between a man and a woman, then how can we go and make the changes now? Who is Bush to go and decide what a marriage should be defined as? Vice-President Dick Cheney has a different view on the sub- ject than Bush. During a debate, (Iheney was asked if homosexu- als should have all the consti- tutional rights enjoyed by each American citizen. "People should be free to enter into any kind of relation- ship they want to enter into said Cheney. "It's really no one else's business, in terms ol trying to regulate or prohibit behavior in I hat regard Cheney's daughter is a les- bian. I agree with Cheney. It is no one else's business what type of relationship a person is in, heterosexual or homo- sexual. We cannot stop what hap- pens behind closed doors. Homosexuals are still going to hi' homosexuals no matter how we define marriage. We should let them enjoy marriage and let God judge in the end. 7 just hope I don't wake up and find out it has all been a dream Sofia Coppola After finding out she was the first American female director nominated for an Academy Award for her movie "Lost in Translation 3204 M AST CAROLINIAN � NLWS PAGE A5 Need extra cash but not an extra job? Can't study on on empty wallet" Find out how thousands of students save lives and earn extra cash by donating piasma regularly. Plasma is used to manufacture various medicines. Earn up to $168 mo. It's what students do to help others and themselves. $ 'f'OL. DCI Biological � X fcZiifcffo 2727 E. 10th St 757-0171 New and Return Donors: Bring this coupon for an extra $5 on the 2nd and 4th donation Violence from page A3 "More white people buy rap music than black people but disproportionately black youth act out what they hear in terms of violence said I'inck- ncy. I'inckney highlighted a tele- vision show he founded called "Youth Clicks which targets inner-city youth to address the issues of hip-hop, drug use, dating and violence. Joyce G. Dickerson, Ph.D. and sociologist from North Carolina A Si T State University, spoke on domestic violence, specifically college campuses and in rela- tionships. She reported that 25 to 30 percent of high school or col- lege students have experienced violence in an intimate relation- ship. Dickerson said more than 500,000 college students who are victims of rape, sexual assault, robbery, simple or aggra- vated assault are nowhere near all the cases because embarrass- ment or mistrust of authorities prevents other students from reporting. Beth Ritchie, Ph.D. and criminal justice professor from the University of Illinois-Chi- cago, spoke on how domestic violence contributes to higher incarceration rates for women in African American communities. The panelists concluded with a question and answer session and a presentation to members of the steering committee. IDVAAC was organized in 1993 to provide an avenue for people in the African American community to raise aware- ness of domestic violence, increase community conscious- ness in the African American community and to further scholarships in the area of Afri- can American violence. This writer can be contacted at news@eastcarolinian.com. Super Tuesday voting begins 2004 3e e a (on- �nt that ;i union foman written :e in the arriage etween i, then ake the o and should Cheney the sub- i debate, nosexu- consti- by each free to elation- ;?r into le else's rying to lavior in is a les- eney. It -ss what person homo- tat hap- doors. going to ter how n enjoy udge in f � Ui$H ondyfekf lease inllay & get one month FREE! Newly Remodeled Kitchens & Bathrooms! Free Cable! Located near Campus & Downtown! BALTIMORE (AP) � On thi- eve of the biggest primary day In the Democratic race, front- runner John Kerry on Monday stuck to criticiz- ing Presi- dent Bush while a lingering rival, John Edwards, tried to persuade Super Tuesday voters he still has the best chance to win the presidency. "There's a better way to make America safe than this president has chosen Kerry said in Baltimore before traveling to Ohio and Georgia, just two of the states he hopes to win in a Super Tuesday sweep. "This president has, in fact, created terrorists where they did not exist Edwards was campaign- ing in Ohio and Georgia on Monday, but even his own sup- porters say the odds are long that he will win enough votes Tuesday to stay in the race until March9 when four South- ern states vote. With Kerry leading in polls in all 10 Super Tuesday states, in many cases by commanding margins, the Edwards campaign seemed near its end. "At some point I've got to start getting more delegates or I'm not going to be the nominee Edwards told reporters. "There's no question that national momentum has an impact on these races Past Super Tuesday winne H��iKM�M6rMmpUon05ts.tfartingwmi 1968,Ibeft-st vwSup�fVadw. � Democrats CRepuMkare HBoth StatanwnbywclKMkfet � oc a Conn O Mais � Del O NjO Ft I � DCD Conn Q MaK � a � NJD . i,i BO , if �o� V Conn D Mass a Del a NJd 2000 ftTHS 1 l" "YV IHK3 Com I Mmss � W mo NJ.D fcuruvrh �MU�fBMv�n�a�o- aw . u.tw� �a�Mr He declined to say how many states he would need to win Tuesday, instead promis- ing to stay in the race until he is nominated. In a speech to supporters at the University of Toledo, Edwards criticized "that crowd of insiders in Wash- ington" and repeated that he is the candidate best able to defeat Bush in the general election. "This is the guy who is actually beating Bush in polls all across right America right now Edwards said, not mentioning that Kerry was doing even better in polls asking Americans for whom they would vote if the general election were held now. Regardless of whether Kerry still faces a challenge alter Tuesday, the general election begins in earnest this week. Bush's re-elec- tion steps up a notch with the premiere of a multi- million-dollar ad cam- paign on Thursday. "1 need your help Kerry told several hundred people at Baltimore's Morgan State University. "Send him back to Texas Of the 10 contests sched- uled on Tuesday, Edwards has virtually ceded the four New England states to Kerry and stands little chance of victory in the biggest battlegrounds, New York and California, or in Maryland. That leaves Georgia, Ohio and Minnesota as his targets. HEY SENIORS 9 3 YOU HAVE QUESTIONS iHpi itHp "��MR H We have utit ;male rher mJ00 if Come to the SENIOR'S Elit Panel Discussion with ECU Alumni "What I Wish I'd Known as a Senio March 10,4:00-6:00 pm 244 Mendenhall Student Center R&fil At, 3-2-04 CLASSIFIEDS TO PLACE AN AD Come by The East Carolinian office on the second floor of the Student Publications Building (above the cashiers office) Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 p.m. RATES Students (w valid ID) $2 for 25 words or fewer Non-students $4 for 25 words or fewer 5t per word over 25 All classified ads must be prepaid DEADUNES Thursday at 4 p.m. for the next Tuesday's paper Friday at 4 p.m. for the next Wednesday's paper Monday at 4 p.m for the next Thursday's paper FOR Early Birds get best homo, blocks to ECU, 1,2,3,4 bedrooms, all appliances, central heatac, see collegeunlversltyrentals.co m or call 321 4712. 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Cypress Glen Retirement Community Dining Services is accepting applications for part time wait staff (11 am to 2 pm and 4 pm to 7 pm) If you are looking for a job with flexible hours in a good professional atmosphere, apply now. 100 Hickory Street, Greenville, NC. EOE Inbound call Center Agents Needed. Must type 30 wpm, excellent verbal skills required. Hiring tor 2nd shift fk weekends, 15-30 hoursweek. Fax resume to 353-7125 to apply. Day Camp counselors and supervisors, tennis and swim instructors- June 7- July 31. Assistant pool managers and lifeguards needed for City Pool late May- July. Most jobs 30 hrs. per week. $6.25 to $10.00 per hour. Contact 329-4542 for further information Apply at City of Greenville before April 16- Human Resources, 201 Martin Luther King r. Dr P.O. box 7207, Greenville, NC 27858-7207. 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The scholarship will be renewed through the recipient's senior year (not to exceed a total of eight semesters) assuming that the recipient is in good standing and maintains at least a 3.0 GPA. After the 20042005 academic year, the annual scholarship award amount may vary depending upon the amount ot funds available In this endowed scholarship. The scholarship shall be made available to children of active or retired ECU faculty who have been accepted for admission or who are currently enrolled as full-time undergraduate students at ECU. Students must be pursuing their first undergraduate degree & have projected or actual collegiate GPA of at least 3.0. Application deadline is April 9, 2004. For application materials & additional information, contact Mrs. Vicky Morris, University Development, ECU, 2200 S. Charles Blvd Greenville Center, Suite 1100, Greenville, NC 27858. Phone: 328-9573 & e-mail: morrisv@mail.ecu.edu. 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The 2004 Schoi will be held at 5 through April 17 The Student Uni Group at 8 p.m. event is free for s The School of Mu Wllma Jensen, a i 9 p.m. on Friday. ? St. This event is I Organist membe The Student Unit the Mendenhall ( Ara Gregorian, vii present music by March 5 in the A. The School of Iy Saturday, March I New! Best of Hoof Mori Ce In Thi f Srai TheN Loone TV Thi The second par! tonight "Ste This new ABC ser horror novelist SI Danish minisenei was destroyed in laborers Later, a Hospital" airs at S "Charlie: Time magazine fill filmmaker Charlie family and colleai Marceau and Ro Match 3 on TCM. TheScl-RChann Mad House" mov vampire, a Wiccai The contestants evaluation of their Mad House" airs PAGE B1 � MSI AM, ��. :s 3204 FEATURES AMANDA LINGERFELT Features Editor JOHN BREAM Assistant Features Editor features@theeastcarolinian.com 252.328.6366 Did You Know? Children's book author Dr Seuss (1904), singer Eddie Money (1949). singer Karen Carpenter (1950) and rocker Jon Bon Jovi (1962) all call today their birthday. This month is International Listening Awareness Month. Today is Peace Corps Day. On this day in 1925, the United States adopted the nationwide road numbering system and U.S. shield markers. Announcements Bingo The Student Union Spectrum Committee presents Bingo at 7:30 p.m. today in the Mendenhall Multi-purpose room. This event is free to students Films The Student Union Films Committee presents American Splendor on Wednesday at 7 p.m Thursday at 9:30 p.m Friday at 7 p.m. and midnight, Saturday at 9:30 p.m and Sunday at 7 p.m. Scary Movie 3 is showing Wednesday at 9:30 p.m Thursday at 7 p.m Friday at 9:30 p.m Saturday at 7 p.m. and midnight and Sunday at 3 p.m. All movies are free with a student ID and are located in the Hendrix Theatre. For more information, call 328-4700 Recital Concert Ara Gregorian's students will perform in a recital at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, March 3 in the A. J. Fletcher Music Recital Hall. This event is free. Art Awards Ceremony The 2004 School of Art Undergraduate Exhibition Awards Ceremony will be held at 5 p.m. today in Speight Auditorium. The exhibition will run through April 17 Swash Improv The Student Union presents a performance by the ECU Swash Improv Group at 8 p.m. on Thursday, March 4 in the Pirate Underground. This event is free for students. Organ Class The School of Music presents Master Class with a Master Teacher featuring Wllma Jensen, a distinguished guest organist. The event runs from 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. on Friday, March 5 at St. Paul's Episcopal Church on 401 East Fourth St. This event is free to students and Eastern Carolina American Guild of Organist members Others should call 328-1261 for ticket information. Jazz at Night The Student Union presents Jazz at Night at 8 p.m. on Friday. March 5 in the Mendenhall Great Room. Musical Performance Ara Gregorian, violin, Paul Tardiff, piano and Christopher Grymes, clarinet, present music by Bach, Stravinsky, Janacek and Franck at 8 p.m. on Friday, March 5 in the A.J Fletcher Music Recital Hall. Tickets are $5 Early Music Ensemble The School of Music presents an Early Music Ensemble at 8 p.m. on Saturday, March 6 in St Paul's Episcopal Church. This event is free. New Releases CDs Best ol Hootie & The Blowfish 1993-2003. Hootie & The Blowfish Spend My Time, Clint Black Monolithic Baby (Bonus DVD), Monster Magnet Cee-Lo Green Is the Sou Machine, Cee-Lo Tha Down Low, Various Artists In This Skin (Collector's Edition), Jessica Simpson Hidalgo (Score). James Newton Howard DVDs Stargate SG-1 Season 6 Boxed Set School of Rock (Widescreen Edition) Starsky & Hutch � The Complete First Season The Nightmare Before Christmas (Special Edition) Gods and Generals Looney Tunes - Back in Action (Widescreen Edition) An Affair to Remember TV This Week "Forever Eden" The second part of FOX'S new mysterious reality show airs at 9 p.m. tonight "Stephen King's Kingdom Hospital" This new ABC series was developed especially for television by best-selling horror novelist Stephen King and is based on director Lars Von Trier's Danish minisenes "Riget" ("The Kingdom"). In 1869, the Gates Falls Mills was destroyed in a spectacular fire, trapping and killing scores of child laborers Later, a hospital was built on the site of the disaster "Kingdom Hospital" airs at 9 p.m on Wednesday. March 3 on ABC "Charlie: The Life and Art of Charlie Chaplin" Time magazine film critic Richard Schickel examines the career of legendary filmmaker Charlie Chaplin. Included are interviews with Chaplin's friends, family and colleagues - plus fans like Woody Allen, Johnny Depp, Marcel Marceau and Robert Downey Jr. "Charlie" airs at 8 p.m on Wednesday. March 3 on TCM. "Mad Mad House" The Sci-Fi Channel jumps into reality television with this new series. "Mad Mad House" moves 10 everyday people into a house with five "Alts a vampire, a Wiccan, a naturist, a modern primitive and a voodoo priestess. The contestants will compete for $100,000 based on the Alts' constant evaluation of their openness to and tolerance of alternative lifestyles. "Mad Mad House" airs at 9 p.m. on Thursday. March 4 on the Sci-Fi Channel Sfotd- aitine at" Odcaw- Best Actress nominee Naomi Watts looks stunning in a Versace gown while Heath Ledger looks scruffy in Gucci. Charlize Theron's Gucci dress was a hit on the red carpet. Ceremony produces memorable fashion AMANDA LINGERFELT FEATURES EDITOR The red carpet was awash in a sea ofcolor during Sunday night's Academy Awards Ceremony. Stars were quick to drop the standard of hl.uk that typically comes from a formal event, while leaning toward brighter colors like blue, red and green. However, llesh-tones like beige and tan seemed to be the most popular. ISest Actress winner Charlize I heron wore a headed tan (iuc.ci dress paired with a set ot 46- diamond Chopard earrings that complemented her golden com- plexion and platinum hair. Naomi Watts, Best Actress nominee, also sported flesh- tones in a tan Versace dress adorned with large, teardrop Shaped crystals. Best Supporting Actress nominee Patricia ('lark- son, singer Alison Krauss and Julia Roberts followed the flesh- tone pattern, each working it to her own advantage. Supporting Actress nominee Marcia Gay Harden donned a bright blue maternity dress with a medieval-inspired updo. Best Original Song winner Annit Lennox also wore blue - a form- fitting pale-blue satin dress which transformed her into a glam goddess. Jamie Ice Curtis chose a strapless blue chiffon dress by Moniquc l.huillier that showed her sexy side. Catherine Zeta Jones wore a red scoop-necked vintage Versace dress which offered a nice contrast to her dark hair. Best Supporting Actress nomi- nee Shohreh Aghdashloo also looked beautiful in a red headed gown designed by a woman in her home country, Iran. White was also a popular choice that worked for many women like a circular cut-out dress worn hy Diane lane and a deep v-necked gown worn hy Angelina Jolie. Best Supporting Actress winner Uenee Xellweg- ger also succeeded with a white strapless Carolina llerrera gown with a long train. Both Nicole Kidman and Scarlett lohansson chose green dresses. Although Kidman's pale green Channel dress took over 40 hours to make, the dress received mixed reviews, some stating that the color washed out her skin. Some stars decided to stick see FASHION page B2 Renee Zellwegger's white gown was designed to look like fashion from early films. X Uma Thurman's gown was a disappointment to critics The only award Diane Keaton took home Sunday night was for worst dressed. And the winners are Best Picture Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King' Achievement in Directing Peter Jackson for Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King' Best Actor in a Leading Role Sean Penn for Mystic River' . Best Supporting Actor Tint Rohbins for 'Mystic River' Best Actress in a Leading Role Charlize Theron for 'Monster' Best Supporting Actress Renee Zellweger for 'Cold Mountain' Best Original Score Lord of the. Rings: The Return of the King' Original Song "Into the West from 'The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King' O Total Counts Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King 11 awards Master & Commander: The Far Side of the World Two awards Mystic River Two awards Lost in Translation One award Cold Mountain One award J.R.R. Tolkien lecturer comes to campus Shippey speaks on lord of the Rings' LAURA KEELING STAFF WRITER If you are interested in J.R.R. Tolkien's literary work such as The Hobbli and The Lord of the Rings trilogy, you will he interested in a guest speaker that is coming to ECU today. In his lecture, "Both Kings are Round and There's an end of it! Tolkien, Wagner and the Rediscovery of the North Tom Shippey will be discussing his thoughts on how the works of Tolkien have changed the literary world and modified fantasy literature forever. Shippey is one of the world's greatest Tolkien scholars He has done research and writ- ten several hooks on this world- renowned author. Some ol the booksShippev has written include The Road to Middle Earth, J.R.R. Tblklen: Author of the Century and Beowulf. The Critical Heritage, not to mention several articles about Tolkien's fiction. Shippey has been featured in manv documentaries, including the extra DVD disc for the movie, Lord of the Rings: I lie Fellowship of the Ring, and almost every other Tolkien documentary to date. "I think that this is a rare opportunity to hear the lust Tolkien scholar in the world said Dr. C.W. Sullivan III, English professor. Shippey's visit will he in honor of Sullivan after he was named Distinguished Professor of Art and Science hy the College ol Arts and Sci- ences during the tall 2003 con- vocation. "Shippey and I are both Interested in Tolkien, have known each other tor years and he Is a really good speaker said Sullivan. Shippey is a graduate of Queen's College and Cam- bridge. His honors include an award of a fellowship at St. John's College in Oxford, a concurrent lectureship at the University of Oxford Shippey is tilehair ot Eng- lish I anguage and Medieval I Iterature at the University ol I eeds and the recipient of the Waller . Ong, S.J. and endowed chair at St. Louis Univer- sity. He was also a visiting pmirssnr at the University of lexas at Austin and Harvard. A medievalist and expert in the field ot English, Shippey continues to share his knowledge hy lecturing and teaching the works of the medieval time and literature. He is also ,n editor of Stud- ies in Medievalism, an annual committed to modern images of the medieval, and co-editor of Medievalism in the Modem World. He currently teaches undergraduate courses in the area of "Arthurian 1 iterature" and "Literature of the Vikings Mis extensive work with design- ing and leaching interdisci- plinary courses in the field of Medieval Literature has led to a program that offers a graduate certificate in Medieval Litera- ture. This amazing man will he a sure attraction lor many students at ECU. "Anyone that is inter- ested in the I oul of the Kiiis movies, the works of Icilkien and fantasy literature Sullivan said when asked what kind ol person might enjoy this lecture. This writer can be contacted at fcatarcs@theeastcarolinian.com. Tom Shippey lectures today. Event Info 'Both Rings are Round and There's an end of Itl Tolkien, Wagner, and the Rediscovery of the North' Lecture by Tom Shippey Today at 7:30 p.m. 1032 Bate Reception to follow RAG B2 THE EAST CAROLINIAN � FEATURES 3-2-04 PAGF Horoscopes Aries (March 20-Aprll 1B) Delayed business permissions may soon arrive Expect advancement to come in the form ot divided protects, last-minute promotions or unusual work partnerships Thursday through Sunday also accent new friendships and complex group activities Avoid competing schedules, it possible, and expect minor jealousies Taurus (April 19-May 19). Family ultimatums or rare home proposals may be accented Carefully resolve all outstanding legal documents Friday through Sunday, powerful dream experiences may bring new awareness Areas affected are trusted friendships, romantic triangles or family expectations Gemini (May 20-Juoe 20). Ongoing financial and business questions will soon be settled After Friday, however, carefully study taxation and spending records. Wednesday through Saturday also highlight senous family discussions or revised romantic promises Emotions may be high Take lime to clearly explain your needs Cancer (June 21-July 21). Before Wednesday, watch for loved ones to adopt new attitudes or revise unrealistic schedules Use this time to establish romantic expectations Thursday through Saturday, pay attention to new debts or sudden financial changes Delayed payments will not work to your advantage Remain determined to settle outstanding accounts. Leo (July 22-Aug. 22). Family proposals or revised home plans will soon prove rewarding Wednesday through Saturday also accent improved relations and renewed trust between friends Stay firmly dedicated to the present and expect recent disputes or power struggles to steadily fade Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 21). Respond quickly to all job offers or business proposals. Virgos born after 1972 should also pay attention to the hearth sciences or community services industries Later this week, romantic proposals will be reversed. Don't be dismayed; renewed passion will soon become a top priority Libra (Sept. 22-Ocl 22). Over the next eight days, loved ones may neglect established home duties or discuss stressful family gatherings Expect tension between siblings, complex schedules or financial obligations to be permanently resolved After Friday, some Librans may also encounter a rare social invitation or sudden romantic proposal If so, remain quietly reserved New relationships may be difficult to initiate Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21). Public images, social reputation and revised business roles are on the agenda Expect temporary job promotions and fast career proposals. Later this week, someone close may ask for special advice Marital discord, social triangles and romantic trust may be key concerns. Remain diplomatic Passions may be high Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 20). Social communications and business messages may be controversial over the next eight days Complex personality clashes may soon be revealed Thursday through Sunday, dream activity, sudden impressions and quick insights are highlighted A troubled relationship may soon be revealed as unproductive or outdated Stay focused on trust. Capricorn (Dec. 21-Jan. 19). Workplace romance and social complications may be draining over the next few days. Before next week, loved ones may feel a strong urge to publicly defend their ideas. Wednesday through Sunday also accent new financial or legal deadlines Stay alert Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) Early this week, friendship and romance become top priorities After Tuesday, expect loved ones to confidently state their intentions or long-term plans. Friday through Sunday, family members or trusted friends may request clarification Group plans, daily activities and social loyalties are accented Pisces (Feb. 19-March 19). Subtle comments may reveal important information Expect loved ones to gently request family improvements or express a need for change Some Pisceans, especially those born after 1974, will encounter a complex or mildly unethical romantic proposal. If so, remain quietly dislaiti At present, new relationships will take extra time to become reliable If your birthday is this week Find creative ways to involve new friends, family members and romantic partners in social activities Group awareness and common goals will bring added strength to long-term relationships. Over the next five weeks, respond quickly to all invitations, proposals or social requests By late July, a new career path may be made available. Later this summer, romantic passions intensify. Expect potential lovers or new friends to compete for your time, attention and loyalty. Fashion from page B1 with black. Susan Saradon's black Gucci dress flattered her figure while l.iv Tyler's Given- chy Couture creation did noth- ing for her. (Inly two actresses seemed to defy the standards of style this year. The usually stylish lima Ihurman paired t gold bolero jacket and a blue sash with a white chiffon layered gown that looked like it came from Grand- ma's dining room table. In typical Diane Keaton style, the Bett Actress nominee sported an Annie Hull inspired Ralph Lauren suit complete with a black bowler hat, black gloves and a polka-dotted tie and handkerchief. It was hard for (ashionista Joan Rivers to keep her mouth shut as Keaton walked by. Although the men were all dressed in similar tuxes, a few took risks and really stood out. Best Supporting Actor nomi- nee Djimun llounsou looked extremely attractive in a black Gucci suit paired with a light blue tie. Jude law, nominated for Best Actor, gave the red carpet a retro feel with a three-piece navy blue Dunhill tux. Heath Ledger's look was disappointing. He wore a black, Gucci tux paired with F.lvis style sunglasses and an unshaven face. Although color worked for some men, Best Director nomi- nee Glint Eastwood should have just stuck to a white shirt, rather than his black tux paired with a green satin shirt and black bowtie. This writer can be contacted at features�theeostcarolinian.com. College 1 DAY ONLY! Wednesday, March 3 Students, Faculty & Staff Receive a Discount 15 off Ladies' Dresses & Suits 10 off Home Items on EVERYTHING YOU BUY on College Day To receive your discount, simply present your college LD. to a sales associate. �Normal exclusions apply. See ad for details. 'deludes "incredible Value' items, ill Dot Cteiunce items, Bonus BuysItems. Doortiusten. Ruts, Prior Sales. Shoes. Cosmetics. Fragrances Beauty Salon Products and Services, intimate Apparel, Ml Electrics. 'Value Dresses. Gift Cards, fine Jewelry Special Event Merchandise. Tine Jewelry Clearance Merchandise, Lladm Porcelain, AS Clad, Arthur Court. Calphaton. Chaps Ralph Lauren Collections. Chnstoptret Radfco. Club Libby Lu, Demdaco, Denby. Department , All Watches. FAO Schwau, Farther Out Shop. Fui Salon Services, Godlva. Kines. Hart Schaflner A Man. Henctets, Homedrcs, Karen Kane. Kate Spade. Donald I Pliner Cole Haan. Kosta Boda. LaurenRalph Lauren, Lewi's, Martsa Christina, Marquis' by Watertord, Iain's Jockey. Men's Gold loe. Nautrca Collections. Ortefors. Portmetrion. Ralph laurenPoto. Sharper Image Signd Olsen, St. John. Susan Bristol. Swarovski Jewelry, lommy Banana, VJIIaroy & Boch and Watertord May not be used in conjunction with any other coupon Win w discount otter Associates not eligible for Fine Jewelry dracouat. The Treasure Chest �� The I iijMiiihest i- .i monthly writs devoted to the common challenge that college students face ihruughoat the year. II is written by the (enter for Counseling and Student Development located at.(16 Wright Building. For further information, please contact the (eater at 328-6661. Spring break is almost here, and it's time to start preparing for your big trip. Spring break is a time to welcome warm weather after a long, cold w inter and to enjoy a stress release after midterms as you ready yourself for completing the semester. Following arc sonic tips on how to have a sate spring break that you can enjoy and relish in the midst of Finals Week Before yoa leave: Avoid crash diets healthy weight loss comes from eating healthy, regular meals and snacks and exercising not fasting! Secure sour room apartment lock up and leave a vague phone message so you don't advertise your absence Pack thoroughly sunscreen, condoms, passportdriver's license, other identification, contraceptives, necessary medication. and cell phone lor emergencies Prepare our tar road safety check, all necessary maps, spare lire, gas can and other road safely equipment Set I budget set a dollar mount you want to spend for the whole trip, bring backup funds for emergencies, bring money in MkioH lorms leash, traveler's checks, credit cards. ATM card), and don't keep your money all in one place Confirm sou reservations before you leave On your way there: (iet enough rest make sure sou have a good night's sleep before setting out Rotate driven, and take breaks lake turns while y mi travel Don take chances drive defensively, obey traffic signs and signals, and watch your speed so that you can arrive safely IXi not transport illegal dnigs Once you're there: Alcohol safety Avoid dehydration drink plenty of watct while in the sun and limit alcohol use I .u ,i meal before drinking to slow the absorption of alcohol Pace yourself drink no more than one drink per hour Designate a sober driver or take a cab 21 is the legal drinking age in all states Selling or serving alcohol to a minor is a serious otlcnse in all states Under 21, all states are "zero tolerance" (no alcohol in system when driving I Mod Males have a .08 BAC level if over 21 Watch out for your friends Reduce your risk lor sexual assault Always watch your drink even non-alcoholic beverage can be drugged Slav in control limit ulcohol and drug use Use the buddy system stay with liicnds while drinking and on the way home Oon't go or let a friend go with someone you've just met Have a cell phone in case of emergency If the ��thinkable happen: If you have been raped IX�n't shower Tell someone friend, family, or the police lio to the nearesi emergency room and gel a medical evaluation Ihey will also ofTer counselors for support Alcohol poisoning symptoms. Person is unconscious or semi-conscious and cannot be awakened or aroused Person has cold, clammy, pale, or bluish skin Breathing is slow or irregular Person vomits while sleeping or passed out and doesn't awake after vomiting If a person has any one ollhcse symptoms, he or she is siilfcring from acute alcohol intoxication and you should: I il I III LP�call someone who can assisi. 2.NOT IT.AVI I III PERSON Al ONI -turn him or her on their side to prevent them from choking in case or vomiting. He better safe than sorry if you are unsure of what to do. TAKE CARE OF YOURSELVES AND EACH OTHER. AND HAVE A GREAT SPRING BREAK! ECU HEALTHY LIFESTYLES TEAM cost of trying to look tike Pamela Anderson: Hair extensions: $900 Breast Implants: $3,000-10,000 Liposuction: $2,000-7,500 Cost of accepting and loving yourself just as you are: Priceless BODY IMAGE & EATING DISORDER AWARENESS WEEK � MARCH 1-5 i 3-2-04 ay UY ducts and Services. Arthur Court. Calpfiabr. ices, Godivi, Hmes. rquis" by Watwlord, iry. Tommy Bihinj, PAGF B3 THE EAST CAROLINIAN � FEATURES 3-2-04 I LEDONIA WRIGHT CULTURAL CENTER DAY Friday, March 5, 2004 Hendrix Theater, 3:00 p.m. Pre-event Reception beginning at 1 p.m. under the tent (alternate site: Mendenhall Student Center) Featured Guest: Ms. Susan L. Taylor, Editorial Director Essence Magazine Tickets available at ECU Central Ticket Office; call 328-4788 Other Celebration events to include: Special Art showing by ECU Alum David Byer-Tyre Thursday, March 4, 2004; LWCC Gallery The LW Essay Contest Recognition, March 5 The S.O.U.L.S. Memorial Award Recognition, March 5 Other special announcements For additional information, contact the LWCC at 328-1680 www.ecu.edulwcc son: ! senior portraits Make This Feeling Last 're only a college senior once-capture moment with a Jostens senior portrait. We'll PROVIDE the cap, gown, and dress shell your sitting Sitting fee FREE with the purchase of an ECU ring at the event! en East Carolina University alumni association jtWf Konild E Dowdy Student Stores Dates: March 3-4 Time: 11:00-6:00 Place: Mendenhall Student Center Sitting Fee: $20.00 www.jostens.com r6yye&e CO PAGEB4 THE EAST CAROLINIAN � FEATURES 3 204 3-2-04 Tips for surviving on a college budget f Tips to help you spend less while saving more LISA TUMBARELLO STAFF WRITER Before we entered college to experience the "best time of our life we heard warnings from family and friends about the dangers of spending too much money and falling into debt. Some college-bound students obeyed these warnings. Others disregarded them and quickly watched their bank accounts and wallets thin out. Simple bargain hunting can save students large amounts of money in the long run. Learning how to look for and act on bargains will keep more of your money in the bank and save you the embarrassment of going broke and having to phone the folks for more money. Prove your money management and responsibility with three simple tips of bargain hunting: Bargain Hunting Tip 1: Shop around. Every Sunday, new advertisements for local Greenville stores compete to have the best sales on their merchandise. Stores like CVS, Eckerd, Target, Wal-Mart and Best Buy all have sales to offer you bigger savings on things you want and need. Shopping these ads will allow you to compare deals on products and ensure that you receive the best deal. Often, stores will match the prices of other competitors in order to keep your business. "I like shopping at Sam's Club. They offer me low prices and I can buy inbulksaidTaftLove,sophomore communication major. Bargain Hunting Tip 2: Clip coupons. Along with the Sunday advertisements come the coupon books. You can find coupons for food, makeup, medications and toiletries - things that everyone needs. Add these extra savings on top of the good prices that you found shopping around and you have already saved yourself a few more dollars that can be put toward other luxuries. Bargain Hunting Tip i: Get textbooks online. Every semester students pack into the Student Stores looking to get the best deal on textbooks. Even if you are lucky enough to get all of your books at the "used" price, often you still wind up paying $300-$500 for a semester's worth of books. How about exploring the online world of textbook shopping? It's simple, fast and cheaper. "I'm sick of buying books at the Student Store because they are too expensive, and they never have what I need said Chris Myers, sophomore com- munication major. Many sites are devoted to buying and selling college text- books. For those skeptical of buying online, start out small with just one or two books. Another key aspect to saving is calculating exactly how and where you spend your money. Being organized and putting your expenses down on paper is an eye opener for students as consumers. Once you assess your money situation, you can more efficiently budget your money. Creating a monthly budget is great for students. Adding up all of the expenses you have going out (car payments, rent, gas, food, etc.) and then factoring see MONEY page 85 ? Ways To Save In Greenville Stores to save at In Greenville: Wal-Mart Sam's Club Dollar Tree Ross TJMaxx Shop for textbooks online: wwwlialf.com www.textbuyer.com www2wapbooks.com www.ecampus.com www.coHegesmarts.com NO SKIMPING NO LACK OF COVERAGE (p B Ai Incoi �Put your needs before your wants If you just go buy anything you want, you run out of money" 1000 Local Anytime Minutes for just $39.95mo Egg � Includes Nationwide Long Distance I �� � Free Roadside Assistance for 1 month Aik about � 7pm Nights & Weekends � - "Don't get sucked into Pirate Club, you pay $25 and get nothing Shop at Wal-mart and eat on campus. Use the transfl system' awn �� in -ire US. Cellular 1-888-BUY-USCC � GETUSC.COM 3-2-04 3-2-04 THE EAST CAROLINIAN � FEATURES PAGE B5 SGA SPRING ELECTIONS Names in the News FILING FOR EXECUTIVE OFFICE (President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary) Begins Monday, March 1 at 9:00 AM Ends Friday, March 5 at 5:00 PM Any applications turned in after the deadline will be disqualified. Incomplete applications will not be officially stamped until completed. "There is a mandatory Compulsory Meeting scheduled for ALL candidates on Monday, March 8 at 8:00 pm. University Suites Apartments Michael Jackson's been acting weird again. The embattled King of Pop I was pulled over by cops in Glenwood Springs. Colo after shopping at a Wal-Mart a ski I mask. A store employee gave police a description of the masked stranger's vehicle. Cops then pulled Jackson over and asked him to remove the mask "There were no problems police Lt. Bill Kimminau said. Jackson spokeswoman Raymone Bain called the incident a trifle But it gets a little odder Syndicated TV show "Extra" reports that in Aspen, a few miles east of Glenwood Springs, locals have seen Jackson in full ski-mask strolling the streets with an unidentified boy His rep says the Gloved One is on vacation in Colorado with his family, but some tabloids suggest Jackson entered drug rehab to treat an addiction to painkillers According to the BBC. Jackson calls the story "simply another of a litany of false rumors BROWN SENTENCED Has-been pop star Bobby Brown was sentenced Friday in an Atlanta court to 601- days in ail for violating his parole, stemming from a 961 drunken- driving charge. Since he was put on probalion. Brown, 35, has been accused of five violations, including a December misdemeanor battery charge for allegedly hitting his wife, divas diva Whitney Houston He's scheduled to appear May 5 in a Fulton County court on that charge Brown (aced a f 20-day sentence, but got it reduced because he cleaned up his act on some charges: He paid a $105 fee. and completed counseling and community service MONEY TALKS Martin Bashir, who scorched the ratings last year with his frightening t e 11 - a 11 documentary "Living With Michael Jackson might be heading to our shores. According to the Hollywood Reporter, the controversial British interviewer, who got Princess Diana to spill the beans about her bad marriage in a '95 report, is talking to ABC about pining its news team Industry insiders say the network is offering Bashir a cool $1 million. No comments from network brass Money from page B4 in how much money you have coming in is often a good indi- cator of whether you are living within your means. However, for many students the problem is living outside of their means. Students have a lot more money going out than coming in. Solution: In addition to bargain hunting for all your needs, get a job. Greenville is a flourishing town with many opportunities for students to work. For those who don't have ,i car, I11 otters mam obs thai don't require traveling. "The good thing about working.on campus is that you actually wind up making more money because they don't take out as many taxes. On lop ol that, it s also .i great experience said Jamie Mauldin, junior communication major. lor students who are really looking lor a price break, one job that lulfills many needs is becoming a Resident Adviser. Being an RA not only offers great communication and leadership skills but also provides free room and board, a meal plan and SSii a month. Everyone loves to have a little extra dough in their wallets, but it's up to you to make sure it stays there. 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Kayaking, Climbing and Canoeing Self Defense Fitness Class Self Defense fitness classes will be held March 24 - April 14 from 8 p m - 9 p m The program offers students a chance to learn self-defense techniques in a progressive (raining system thai allows them to avoid confrontation and defend themselves as the situation dictates The program will cover basic personal protection theories, as well as some of the more recent philosophies of self-defense Sports Briefs Swimming takes second at C-USA meet Both ECU'S men and women swimming teams finished second at the Conference USA Women's Swimming and Diving Championship and Mens Invitational on Saturday at the the University of Houston's Campus Recreation & Wellness Center Natatorium On the womens side, the Lady Pirates finished behind league champion TCU. while the ECU men also came in second-best to the Homed Frogs ECU'S Diane Parker was named Swimmer of the Meet for the second consecutive year Individually on Saturday. ECUS Holly Williams picked up a second-place finish (2:03.86) in the 200 backstroke Kale Gordon placed third in the 200 fly (2:0333). On the men s side. ECU'S Casey Cronin finished in second place (2:04.85) in the 200 breaststroke Softball beats George Mason in Dixie Classic Junior college transfer Shirley Burleson hit a grand slam home run to cap off a six-run fourth inning to propel ECU over George Mason, 9-2, at the Dixie Classic on Sunday Down 2-1 entering the bottom of the fourth, ECU (11-2-1) put its first three runners on base to set the stage for Burleson After Mandi Nichols led off the inning with a single, Krista Jessup and Lara Brickhouse were issued consecutive base-on-balls Burleson followed with her first career home run to give the Pirates a 5-2 advantage. Krislen Johnson later doubled home Lacassa Hill, who singled following Burleson s grand slam. Two more free passes loaded the bases again, and Andiey Acosta drew the Pirates fifth walk of the inning to plate Ihe sixth run of the inning ECU added two more runs in the sixth as Danyele Hill singled home a run and Leigh Savoy scored on a groundout by Acosta Christine Shendan and Johnson each collected a pair of hits as the Pirates pounded out 10 hits in all Brentley Bridgeforth picked up the victory allowing two runs on nine hits Pirate Netters beat Charlotte 4-1 ECUs men's tennis team beat Charlotte 4-1 to wrap up play in the Conference USA Shoolout being held this weekend in Fort Worth, Texas, and New Orleans The Pirates, who beat Marquette on Friday before being bumped lo the losers bracket by No 56 Louisville on Saturday, improve to 7-2 on the season Charlotte falls to 3-7 ECU clinched the win by taking victories in four of Ihe top five singles flights Charl Meyer. Paulo Baumer, Darren Mansell and Mark Gellard all claimed wins (See chart al bottom). Woods wins tourney Tiger Woods went 25 holes before he finally took the lead Sunday, then roared past Davis Love III with key putts to win the Match Play Championship for the second straight year. 3 and 2 Woods won for the 40th time on the PGA Tour in just his 149th start, the quickest anyone has reached lhal milestone Jack Nicklaus played 221 events before he won his 40th tournament Woods earned $1 2 million, the biggest prize to date on the PGA Tour, and reminded everyone who's No 1 in the world and who s Ihe best when the world gets together Hornish beats Spider-Man The IRL season opener turned into a Penske shootout, with newcomer Sam Hornish passing teammate Helio Castroneves on Ihe last lap to win Sunday's Toyota Indy 300 The Toyota-powered Marlboro Team Penske cars dominated early, but slipped back into the pack as accidents and pit stops shuffled the 19-car field several times Score Summaries C-USA Women's and Men's Swimming and Diving Championship Houston, Texas Women's Team Scores 1 TCU 772 2 ECU 578 3 Houston 538 4 Cincinnati 520 5 Tulane 486 6 Louisville 347 7 Saint Louis 292 Men's Team Scores 1 TCU 896 2 ECU 711 3 Louisville 648 50 4 Cincinnati 494.50 5 Saint Louis 374 Tennis: ECU (7-2) 4, Charlotte (3-7) 1 SINGLES 1 Charl Meyer 2 Paulo Baumer 3 Mario Santoso 4 Darren Mansell (ECU) def Arturo Aguirre (ECU) def Jonathan Clark (CHAR) def Felipe Fonseca (ECU) def Dorian Host (CHAR) 7-5,6-3 (CHAR) 7-5,6-2 (ECU) 7-5,6-2 (CHAR) 6-4.6-7, 7-5 5 Mark Gellard (ECU) def Zvi Lantsberg (CHAR) 6-4,2-6,6-0 The Diamond Pirates had plenty to celebrate at home plate this weekend as the team tallied eight home runs in four games. Team improves to 12-0 after weekend's play BRENT WYNNE STAFF WRITER After getting zero respect in Baseball America's must recent top 2S poll despite opening the season h-o, the ECU baseball team went into the weekend with something to prove to its critics. The message was simple; They arc for real. iiii opening the yeai against the likes of I'M Vsheville and Delaware, the Pirates welcomed a tough Georgia Southern team and the No. ii ranked Clemson tigers Into town. Needless to say, the only team thai left the field happy was the team that didn't leave town. ECU rolled to lour tonsec u- tive wins in a matter ot two days, pushing their undefeated mark to 12-0. ECU made quick work ol tin Georgia Southern Eagles in game one as they cruised to a 7-1 win to set Ihe slage for the nightcap showdown with Clemson. Ryan Jones led the Pirates with three hits and lour Kill's. The Kill tame in the late stages ot the game as lours blasted a two-run homer to right in the seventh and followed it with a two-run doublets left in the ninth to seal the deal. Ryan Norwood added two hits and llnan Cavanaugh col- lected his first hit ol the season, which turned out to be a two-run triple in the ninth in a pinch-hit effort lor Drewoslano Brody Taylor was Ihe man on Ihe mound as he S( allered five hits and two walks oer seven and two-thirds scoreless innings s Ihe sun set on Harrington held, Ihe lans poured into Ihe stadium lo support the Pirates ECU pitching continued to baffle opposing hitters, putting the team ERA at 1.55 for the year. against highly touted Clemson in game two of ECU'S day one double-header. The Pirates used their outstanding home-field advantage to pull out a 3-2, eleven-inning thriller against the nationally ranked I igers. t oaching decision in the bottom of the lllh by coach Randy Mazey turned out to lie the difference in the game. Cavanaugh, who had a pinch-hit triple in game one loi CoStanzO, walked to the plate with Ihe score knotted at two, Mazey decided to reverse his game one instinct and allow ( ostanzo to return the favor lor avanaugh in a pinch-hitting substitution. I he count quickly ran to full on the junior college transfer, selling up Ihe heroics. On the next pitch,ostano blasted Patrick Hogan's offering into "Ihe fungle As the crowd exploded, the first-year I'irate got mobbed al home plate by his eistatic teammates. the home run marked Ihe first tor CostanzO as a I'irate. "It feels real good said CostanzO, "l' e been wailing lor one. Hut lor it to win the game is even better Mazey talked about his deci- sion to pinch-hitostano in the last inning. "Coing into the season, we thought he'd lie one ol our best hitters said Mazey. Hi oil lo ,i slow start so we gave him the game ofl ai;aiiisl ,i lefty. We wailed until Ihe sltua lion was right, and be stepped up huge 1(1 was also aided in their winning effort with solo home runs from Mark Mlnicozzi and Norwood in the fifth and seventh innings respectively. Mike I lye came on in relief of iireg Itunn in Ihe si.slh to earn Hie win. Dye pitched live and two-thirds innings, allowing only three bits while striking out nine. Ihe freshman still has yet to surrender a run this season. Game three for ECU on Sunday was a rematch of the nightcap on Saturday as Clemson and ECU battled again. Clemson. coming oil of a 9-0 shutout of Georgia Southern in the early game, looked to carry the offensive explosion into the .name with Ihe Pirates. However, il looked as if the Tigers had left the offense behind from the game with the Fagles as the Pirates pulled out another hard-fought victory, 6-4. Three consecutive hits to start the third inning allowed see BASEBALL page S8 Pirate seniors bid farewell with win 6 Gerard Galindo (ECU) vs Stuart Lynas (CHAR) DNF DOUBLES FonsecaGellard (ECU) vs AguirreLantsberg (CHAR) DNF ECU defeats USF 69- 60 in last home game BRANDON HUGHES SENIOR WRITER i rroyl Fling, Gabriel Mikulas, Dei lie k U ile � I ukr Mac kay and Carth Grindle) were all honored before their last home game as a I'irate on Saturday afternoon. I ac b stood before I be home crowd, relishing the spotlight amid cheers and applause and reminisi ing about their colle giaie caieer. However, there was still Ihe game .it band alter Ihe tearful farewells, and the Pirates needed a win ovet South I lorida in order to contend lor thai final spoi in the onference USA tour- nament I reshman Mike i look joined the tour seniors on the Hour to start Ihe game as Mikulas wall bed from the bein h, still not recovered from a season- ending aim injury. Ihe Pirates Were expet ted to be on fire with emotions running high, but it was the Hulls who sprinted out lo an early 12-S lead I i i responded and both teams traded baskets until midway through the second half the Pirates then went on a run and never looked back on their way to a 69 oil u lory. I he win improved ECU'S conference record lo 4-10 in C-USA and moved them into llth place in Ihe standings. Head Coach Kill llernon's three-game winning streak has the Pirates right where they want lobe heading into the last week ol the regular season. I hey must visit Marquette and Southern Miss and control their own destiny in order to receive a i -USA tourney bid and a possible Nil invite. " I his was a great win and a really solid effort from our basket- ball team. Hut this is how we have been playing foi the last month and a hall lo two months said I lemon after the game. "I think that we are e,ci- IniK belter and we're starting to understand how to handle late game situations heller, lor a while, we have been playing With a lot more leads lb,in WC have ever had here at l.( 11 and partli ularlv iii i ISA The seniors contributed immediately as Wiley hit a lumpei ust Iii seconds into the contest and Mackay quickly fol- lowed with a three-pointer, i si then countered with the tandem ol Bradley Mosefy and terrain e I eather, I he duo scored ihe Hulls' lirst 12 points ol the game and finished with 20 and It points respei lively. After that explosive run, the Pirates settled down and clawed their way back into the contest the Iwo squads played the remainder ol the first hall ncc k-and-nci k, with III bidding a slim 37-14 lead at see BASKETBALL page B8 ECU'S Badiane throws down a monster dunk the second half PAGE B7 III! LASI CAROLINIAN 'SPORTS Swimming places second ECU'S men's and women's swimmers took second place at the C-USA meet in Houston, Texas last weekend. Both teams finished behind Texas Christian University's men's and women's squads. Complete scores can be found on Page B6. TCU was one of many mid-major teams who felt they deserved a BCS bowl bid last season. BCS to offer fifth game, add conferences MIAMI BEACH, Ha. (KRT) � The Bowl Championship Series intends to add a fifth game beginning in the 2006 season, and there will be increased access and better revenue distribution for the conferences that have not been a part of the group. The conferences not previously part of the BCS will become part of it under the new framework, and those schools, based on merit and performance, will have guaranteed bowl slots through championships or ranking, probably no lower than No. 12 in the BCS rankings. "The Coalition for Athletics Reform went out of business today said Scott Cowen of Tulane University, spokesman for the coalition institutions. "We are all part of one side whether we call it the BCS, the ABC or the XYZ. We have to eliminate branding among all schools in Division I-A David I'rohnmayer, presi- dent of the University of Oregon and spokesman for the BCS Presidential Oversight Commit- tee, and Myles Brand, president of the NCAA, joined Cowen in making the announcement after a six-hour meeting, the third between the groups over nine months. "Every Division l-A institu- tion is a BCS institution said Frohnmayer. "In the very real sense that it will have an equal opportunity based on its merit and competitiveness to participate at the very highest level in one of the BCS games. The idea of BCS vs. non-BCS institutions will become an artifact of history Orlando, Jacksonville, Atlanta, Houston, Dallas, San Antonio and San Diego are expected to have interest in the fifth BCS game, but according to Frohnmayer, it could also be a new bowl game. "We are envisioning a bowl of equal stature I'rohnmayer said. "In terms of payout (currently $17 million), participation in the champion- ship rotation and accessibility The six conferences (Big fast, ACC, SEC, Big Ten, Big 12 anil Pac-10) in the BCS will retain automatic berths. The five conferences (Conference USA, WAC, MAC, Moun- tain West and Sun Belt) not in the BCS and Notre Dame combined will gain at least one automatic berth, said a source familiar with the negotiations. "When you increase the number of bowls, you increase the number of access points where institutions can be included Irohnmayersaid. "The consequence of the new framework is that it will double, perhaps even triple, the accessibility of the institutions not currently in the BCS The traditional bowl alignments (Big Ten and Pac-10 to Rose Bowl, Big East and ACC to Orange Bowl, Big 12 to fiesta Bowl and SEC to Sugar Bowl) will be maintained. This season's BCS title game will be in the Orange Bowl on Ian. 4, 2005. If under the new framework, Cowen said, in four of the last six years a member of a (oalition conference would have played in a BCS bowlThe average ranking of the teams playing will be increased Cowen said. "This underscores the fact there will be no (diluting) of the quality of teams playing, even though more of our teams will be involved The former non-BCS school will receive a significant increase in revenues, but the formula has not been finalized. "We are confident there will be a significant increase for the institutions not currently in the BCS I'rohnmayer said. We have an idea about the percentage increase, but based on thu yield we aren't sure what the exact increase will be for each conference The institutions rejected the idea of a college playoff based on the idea that it would move college sports much closer to a professional model than it needs to be Get caught reading, d ECU claims men's 4x400 relay title at C-USA meet HOUSTON, Texas � ECU's men's 4x4()0-meter relay team claimed a Conference USA gold medal to highlight Saturday's action for the Pirates at the 2004 C-USA Indoor track and field Championships. The ECU men finished eighth in the team standings while the l.ady Pirates placed ninth. The Pirates' 4x400 squad, comprised of Michael Hillian, B.J. Henderson, DeAndre flyman and Darrus Cofield, out-distanced the competition with a time of 3: IS.16, less than a second sh) i i . school record. Also scoring lor the I'n.ih s on Saturday were Daman us l;o, who placed third in thi 60-meter dash (6.74): Cofield, who was seventh in tin- 400 (49.40); and Ricardo Bell I I 54.20) and Vance Stephenson (1:56.61), who placed third and fifth, respet lively, In the 800. After an encouraging start on Friday saw tin- I ad) Pirates move into fifth place, Saturday brought usl two scoring performances for I lar.i DeBrielle finished fourth in the finals ol the 800 at 2: i 49 .mi.i i olleen Mi Ginn plai ed second in the high jump, mat hlng hei own school remrd b) i learing 5 feel 8 ln lies. The University ol Houston hosted th. meet .it the Veoman I ieidhouse. Houston's men's team captured their second straight . USA Indoor title while f t i I urn. .1 the women's i n� n, Next up lor l I is Hie I (. Indooihampionshtps, to l held in Boston next weekend. Track Results ECU WOMEN COMPLETE RESULTS:3. Llndsey Rosales11-11.75 13.65mlDarrus Cofield49.19 Iprelims) 60 Meters3. Tammie Mentzel11-1175(3.65(111Michael Hillian49.37 Iprelims) Oarneshea Jones7.95 (prelimsl6. Kinsey Batts11-5.75 3.50mlBJ Henderson49.48 (prelimsl Kelsey Walker8.16 (prelimsl17. Nicole Marchewka10-01305ml800 Meters 60-Meter HurdlesLong Jump3. Ricardo Bell1:54.20 Nicole Callaham9.41 (prelimsl3. Alisha Hopkins18-7.75 5.68ml5. Vance Stephenson1:56.61 200 Meters Oarneshea Jones Kelsey Walker24. Jenee Moore16-1015.13m)Ricardo Bell1:56.37 Iprelims) 25.82 Iprellmsl 27.23 Iprelims)Shot Put 23. Emily Thompson35-2 (10.72mlVance Stephenson Trent Fuchs Kyle Yunaska1:56.88 Iprellmsl 1:5982 Iprellmsl 2.05.42 Iprelims) 800 MetersWeight ThrowMile 10. Krislian Jorgensen 4. Tara DeBrlelle Tara DeBrlelle2:17.49 2:15.49 Iprellmsl14 Jessica Georglo (13.99m)45-10 754:27.47 Lauren Miller2:27.99 (prelimsl15. Emily Thompson44-4.25113.52ml3.000 Meters Brie Berkowltz2:28.69 Iprellmsl19. Chelsea Salisbury40-0.5112.20m)9. Cralg Schmidi8:50.17 MilePentathlon5.000 Meters 16. Rehekah Bishop5:17.4612. Sharon Hellig2713 points15. Stephen Tausend16:06.78 3,000 Meters4x400 Relay 10. Johanna Allen10:14.53ECU MEN COMPLETE RESULTS:1. Hillian. Henderson3:15.16 5,000 Meters60 MetersHyman, Colield 9. Johanna Allen17.51.903. Damarcus Fox6.74Distance Medley Relay Damarcus Fox6.78 (prelimsl4. Jorgensen. Walls10:22.63 4x400 Relay 11. Moore. Jones.4:04.4960-Meter HurdlesStephenson. Schmidt Hopkins, BaptlsieHector Cotto8.35 Iprellmsllong Jump Ronnie Pollard8.42 Iprellmsl11. Renaldo Isaac21-11.75 (6.70ml Distance Medley Relay 6. DeBrlelle. Baptiste12:23.68200 MetersShot Put Bishop, CollinsDeAndre Hyman22 46 Iprelims)9. Eric Frasure48-3.25 11471ml High Jump400 MetersWeight Throw 2. Colleen McGinn5-8 (1.73ml7. Darrus Cofield49.402. Eric Frasure57-0 117.37m) 9. Michael Hillian49,847 Mayso Porch47-10.5 (14.59ml Pole Vault TEC is now hiring staff writers. Apply at our office located on the 2nd floor of the Student � Experience required � Must have a 2.0 GPA Publications Building. 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Darryl l.awhorn made sure that lead was short-lived as he sent a monstrous blast over the scoreboard in right field. The tape measure shot was the lon- gest home run of the tournament from any player on any team. With the score tied at four, I (V tacked on two more runs in the eighth off a Jones home run to send the Tigers packing hack to South i .iiillim Darryl Lawhorn led the Pirates with three hits and three RBI's including the Mark McGuire-likeshot. Ricky Brooks and Dustin Sasser did the mound duty for ECU and combined to silence the potent Clemson offense to only seven hits. (iame four was a mere formality for the Pirates as they cruised to yet another win, 7-4 this time over the Eagles for the second time in as many days. Trevor Lawhorn led the Pirates in the tournament finale with two hits, including one homer. Teammate Minicozzi also hit a three-run shot to lift ECU to victory. hour wins in two days left Mazey excited. "I would have been happy with three, satisfied with two, but to get four was above and beyond what we expected Mazey said. "Our guys feel like they can beat the Yankees right now, even with A-rod. Our guys play with a chip on their shoulder, because we don't seem to get any respect in the polls. We try to tell them not to worry about the polls, cause it doesn't matter who's in them at the begin- ning of the season or in the- middle of the season, all that matters is the end of the season. But these guys aren't stupid. They pick up the paper and they see that we start off 8-0 and don't crack the top 25. and I think they play with a little chip on their shoulder, especially when you play a team that's In the top 15. They wanted to prove something and they did With all the Pirate wins is another winner. His name is Keith Leclair and the tourna- ment that was played in the former coach's honor will truly be one that he can remember forever. "Yesterday was his birthday and we had a great win last night and all his friends were back together and it was for a great cause Mazey said. "So as far as Keith goes, this weekend was for him and 1 think everything went great. I don't think anything could have worked out better This writer can be contacted at sports&theeas (Carolinian, com. Basketball from page B6 GRILL 500 E. 10th St � 830 9333 Wing Planer 8 wings, French Fries, Celery Sticks, Blue Cheese or Ranch Dressing $3.99 Watch March Madness Here! 10 Student Discount with your ECU ID: Restrictions Apply the break. USF shot particularly well from the field in the first half, hitting more than 50 per- cent of their shots. "1 wrote two big words on the board at halftiinc in the locker room. I put 'dribblepinetration llerrion said. "In the first half we weren't drawing to the basketball, we weren't containing the ball, and they were just getting way too much dribble penetration against us. We were rotating out of posi- tion, and they were getting a lot of easy baskets ECU clamped down on the defensive end of the floor in the second half as they held USF under 30 percent, and Leather didn't attempt another shot from the floor, forward Brandon Brigman helped pick up some of the slack for the Bulls with nine points and was their lone offen- sive presence inside. Brigman was whistled tor his tilth foul with 12:33 left, and the Pirates promptly went on a 9-0 tear to claim a SI-40 advantage. Moussa Badiane brought the crowd to its feet several times on the afternoon with some mon- ster dunks and blocks. It was his dunk on a fast break that seemed to deflate any momentum left on tin I 'SI- sideline. 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Badiane scored 14 points and had eight rebounds and lour blocks. Derrick Wiley led the Pirates with 17 points and Mike Cook and Belton Rivers both tallied double figures for the Pirates. "His (Badiane's) confidence level right now is through the roof. When (iabe (Mikulas) went down, we pulled if off to the side and told him it's time to play llerrion said. "A couple of years ago I don't know if we would have gone to him inside for a couple of buckets. Now he is blocking, he is very aggressive, running the Moor and had a couple of dunks that came out of nowhere that was unbelievable. He is getting better and better each day ECU out-rebounded the Hulls 47-35 and committed only seven turnovers which were big keys to the game. However, perhaps the chief factor in the win was the swarming second-half defense. "I thought our defensive effort in the second half was so much better. They shot 26 percent from the floor after 51.9 percent in the first half ller- rion said. "We really challenged the Kins at halftime. We said, 'next 20 minutes, if you want to win this basketball game and take a step closer to getting to the C- USA tournament, you've got to go guard these guys for 20 minutes and they did that Ilerrion's squad will travel to Marquette on Wednesday and then to USM on Satur- day. The Golden Eaglet were a Final Four team a year ago, but after the departure of several key players, they will most likely miss the NCAA tournament thisseason. Southern Miss is just ahead of ECU in the conference standings and the Pirates could realistically move into ninth place in C- USA with two wins. However, they are also in danger of missing the postseason if they falter away from Minges. "Right now, we just have to keep winning and to go into Marquette with an open mind. They're not the same Marquette team as last year, so if we just go in there and play with an open mind and play like we've played the last three games, we'll come out with a good result said Wiley after the game. The fate of FCU's season rests squarely on the shoulders of the Pirate seniors. The same seniors who have played their hearts out for the Pirate faithful are wrap- ping up their collegiate careers. lling will leave ECU as the school's second all-time leading rebounder and is one of only four players to score more than 1,000 points and have more than 800 rebounds in his career at ECU. (irindley played two years at ECU after transferring from Monroe College. Grindley finished his two-year career with a .500 field-goal percentage. MacKay was recruited as a shooter from Australia and he didn't disappoint. He scored a career-high 14 points on 4-of-6 shooting from long range against Houston earlier this season and averaged 2.5 points in his two-year Pirate career. Wiley was the Pirate's leading scorer each of his two seasons in uniform. He has scored more than 20 points In a game 12 times and is 10th in C-USA at 15.0 points per game. Mikulas' four-year career at ECU was cut short by an untimely injury, but was impressive nonetheless. Mikulas leaves as the school's all-time leader in free throws made and attempted. He is also one of only 11 players to score more than 1,000 poi nts a nd have more t ha n 500 rebounds. "We are really going to miss them. F.rroyl and Gabe is the first complete recruiting class for us that we have graduated since I've been here. Both of those kids have had tremendous basketball careers here Herrion said. "1 could not have asked for live better guys to coach. I am really going to miss those guys This writer can be contacted at sports@theeastcarolinian.com. SGA ANNUAL FUNDING SEMINARS! Do you want $$MONEY$$ to help operate your student organization? 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